Hello to everyone. Today I want to talk about Tech 2 memory card. I don’t fully understand how to test. In fact, not often but sometimes get a bad card, visually for him not to say anything, even putting them in the Tech 2 they will be loaded. But on some menu Tech 2 Scanner will just restart. I have it booted from the menu on the device, specifically in the Hardware version. With 99% probability he would hang in the engine block Engine Data 1…3. Not always, but sometimes he wrote ADDRESS ERROR – PROCESSOR HALT. Later I bought another card, it didn’t hang, then I copied the software to both had the same version, eventually worked correctly only 1 card, or other periodically rebooted the device or just all hung, helped turn off – turn off the car diagnostic scanner Tech 2.

Here is a photo of my bad card may still try to solder, who knows things worse for it clearly will not. Yes, and to override the card is best to use any laptop or desktop computer with PCMCIA, as the Tech2 Scanner this is often time consuming, and pieces not entirely successful cases.

Hello to everyone.

Today I will share my experience pack software using Tech 2 rs232 and TIS.

Some write that they cannot fully record your memory card through TIS.
And so I decided to try it, because yesterday I wrote them through the laptop, looking ahead would only say that a laptop is much more faster event, rather than via Tech 2 from Obd2tool.com. Yes and before you write need to remove the old soft.

As in my laptop with no DB9 I used the adapter. Also found a Bulletin in which there is an adapter, which recommends itself BOSH.

One photo from the series is not enough, I forgot to do, where the choice of what you want to write to the card, and what it is now.

So someone wrote that his Professional Diagnostic Tool Tech 2 does not see the GM card. If you are sure that you map all right, then I would recommend you to try to ReWire the element on the main Board under the number U32 he is the same as U33.

To perform a custom Tech 2 Scanner update to backdate the scan tool or install different language software:
1.  Connect the scan tool to the PC using the RS-232 cable (refer to the illustration in Figure 1).

2.  Power up the scan tool using the AC power supply that came with the tool (refer to Figure 2).

3.  At the PC, launch TIS.

4.  From the TIS main screen, select Software Download.

5.  At the “Select Diagnostic Tool for Download” screen, select car diagnostic scanner Tech 2 and “Custom” (Figure 3) to allow backdating or installing of non-NAO software on the scan tool. After confirming the selection,select Next. A message will appear indicating the PC is reading the contents of the diagnostic tool.

6.  A “Select the Applications” screen (Figure 4) appears. The left side of the screen lists software release numbers. Select the “+” sign to see the list of languages for each release (5).

7.  Select the desired software version and language either by double-clicking on it or by highlighting the desired language file; then click Select in the middle of the screen. The selected software will appear in the right side of the screen (Figure 6). Click on the tabs to compare the current and selected scan tool software. Click Download to proceed.

8.  A “Performing the Software Download” screen appears (Figure 7) to track the download status.

9.  When the download is complete, a “Download Finished” screen appears (Figure 8). Click Close to close the application

After using the Tech 2, a few simple steps will insure that you get the most life out of this diagnostic tool.

NOTICE
Do not spray or pour cleaner anywhere on the Tech2 Scan Tool. If the Tech 2 should become dirty, clean it with a mild detergent or hand soap. Avoid using harsh solvents such as petroleum-based cleaning agents:acetone, benzene, trichlorethylene, etc. Harsh solvents can etch Tech 2 plastic surfaces.Although the Tech 2 is water resistant it is not waterproof, so be sure to thoroughly dry off the Tech 2 prior to usage and/or storage.

Maintenance of the Tech 2 requires periodic inspection and cleaning of:
*  The display window
* The keypad
*  The cable assemblies and connectors
Make sure the Auto Scanner Tool Tech 2 is not connected to a vehicle or other power source and follow the cleaning procedures detailed below

Cleaning the Display
The display collects dust and grime during normal use. Occasionally wipe the screen with a clean, soft,static-free cloth. Remove stubborn stains by applying a non-abrasive glass cleaner to a soft cloth and wipe cloth across display area.

Cleaning the Keypad
Clean the keypad with a non-abrasive cleaner. Apply a small amount of cleaner on a soft cloth and wipe
cloth across keypad area.

Maintaining the Cable Assemblies and Connectors
Inspect cable assemblies during connection and disconnection to components. Watch for any cuts or abrasions along the cables. Check the connectors and connector pins for grease, dirt and corrosion. If contaminants are present, remove them with a mild soap solution.

Storing the Tech 2
*  Store the Tech 2 away from solvents and other liquids. It is NOT moisture proof.
*  Store the Tech 2 away from direct sunlight. Ultraviolet and infrared light will darken the display.
*  Store the Tech 2 in its plastic case. Otherwise, the high-impact plastic cover could become scratched

Getting Started
This section covers all Tech 2 vehicle applications. Therefore, some of the information provided may not be required for individual applications.

The Tech 2 contains two serial communication ports: the RS-232 and the RS-485. Use the RS-232 port for downloading data from another computer to the Tech 2. The RS-485 port is currently not used. The OBD2 Scanner Tech 2 also contains two PCMCIA ports, a power jack connector, and a Vehicle Communications Interface (VCI) connector. One of the PCMCIA slots contains a memory card with diagnostic information. The power jack accepts power from the AC/DC power supply, battery, or cigarette lighter power cable. The VCI connector accepts the DLC cable or DLC loopback adapter

Problem:“I use a GM Tech2 Scanner diagnostic tool or a gm MDI to attach it to the truck, its on a cd / dvd, its a program i got on-line to reprogram GM BCMS in my truck. my problem is I can load 2007 software [its called ”TIS2000] into my computer [it only runs on a ”win xp” machine”][yes it won’t run in xp mode on a win7 machine],but I need the update to 3/2008 or 8/2008,to get it to see my vin#, so I can add power adj pedals[and some other options, I can’t get the 3/2008 to load. ”

Obd2tool.com Engineers Solution:
Depending on your computer hardware, you could install XP and your app in a Virtual Machine (VM) from Windows 7. Once installed and configured, you would boot your computer like normal and start XP in a window.

VMware makes Virtual Machine software called Workstation v10. They have a trial, but expect money at some point. The second best option for VM software is called VirtualBox from Sun. It is free!
You would just need a compatible computer, a copy of Windows XP and time to learn the ropes and get your XP Virtual Machine (VM) up and running. Learning how to use it is a one-time thing and at that point you’ll be familiar with VM software in general. That is a huge benefit to have as a computer user.

At that point you would meet the requirements of the car diagnostic scanner GM Tech 2 software and would install TIS2000 within the VM and use the virtual com/serial port to connect to your computer serial port (or USB).